Hurricane-Force Storm expected over Gulf of Alaska

NOAA OPC Surface Forecast 12Z 28 Jan 2020

A rapidly deepening storm low is forecast over the east-central North Pacific during the next 48 hours then moving northeastward over the Gulf of Alaska. This storm will produce storm to hurricane force winds (50-65 knots) and seas building to 14 meters (45 feet).

NOAA OPC 12Z 29 Jan Surface Forecast

NOAA OPC 48 hr Significant Wave Height Forecast

About Fred Pickhardt

I am a marine meteorologist and sailed briefly with American Export Lines in the Far East trade after graduating from State University of New York Maritime College. I have extensive experience in weather analysis, weather forecasting, optimum ship routing, vessel performance evaluations and forensic weather event reconstructions. I founded Ocean Weather Services and as Owner and Chief Consultant currently provide optimum ship routing services and forensic marine weather reports to the maritime industry.
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